SWIFT/BIC code LOYDNL2AXXX
LOYDNL2AXXX belongs to Lloyds Bank PLC. in Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Code details
| SWIFT/BIC code | LOYDNL2AXXX |
|---|---|
| 8-character code | LOYDNL2A |
| Branch code | XXX |
| Bank | Lloyds Bank PLC. |
| Branch | Head office |
| City | Amsterdam |
| Country | Netherlands |
How the Lloyds Bank PLC. SWIFT/BIC is built up
A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:
- LOYD Bank code
- 4 letters that identify the bank.
- NL Country code
- 2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
- 2A Location code
- 2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
- XXX Branch code
- 3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.
Check before you send
- Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
- Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
- Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.
Frequently asked questions
Which institution uses BIC LOYDNL2AXXX?
LOYDNL2AXXX identifies the main office of Lloyds Bank PLC. in Amsterdam, Netherlands. It is the code to use when a payment to Lloyds Bank PLC. does not need a specific branch.
What is the cheapest way to send money to Lloyds Bank PLC. in Netherlands?
Many banks add several percent to the exchange rate on top of a fee. Compare the amount that arrives in Euro with transfer services before you send – the difference can be large.
How long does a transfer to Lloyds Bank PLC. take?
SEPA payments in euros usually arrive within one business day, instant payments within seconds. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.
Do I need LOYDNL2AXXX for a euro transfer to Netherlands?
Netherlands is part of the SEPA area. For euro transfers the IBAN normally suffices. For other currencies you do need LOYDNL2AXXX.
Is LOYDNL2A and LOYDNL2AXXX the same code?
Yes. LOYDNL2A is the short version of LOYDNL2AXXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version routes your payment to Lloyds Bank PLC. in Amsterdam.
Does Lloyds Bank PLC. have other SWIFT/BIC codes?
Yes, we list 2 SWIFT/BIC codes for Lloyds Bank PLC. in Netherlands, for the head office and several branches or departments. You can see them all on the bank page.
Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.